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Shadows of Duat

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55%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
87% User Score Based on 15 reviews

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About Shadows of Duat

Shadows of Duat is a single player survival shooter game with horror and violence themes. It was developed by Víctor Guede and was released on October 12, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

An old school survival horror set in Egypt. An indie game with the essence of the classics of the genre, but modern gameplay, with realistic graphics and immersive sound. A difficult and terrifying challenge only for the bravest. No one will hear your screams from inside the tomb.

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87%Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews
gameplay2 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique survival horror experience set in a dark, atmospheric Egyptian tomb, providing a fresh take on the genre.
  • The developers are responsive and passionate, quickly addressing issues and releasing patches to improve gameplay.
  • The game features thoughtful puzzles, satisfying combat, and a challenging environment that rewards patience and observation.
  • The game suffers from significant technical issues, including crashes, glitches, and poor performance on certain devices.
  • The save system is frustrating, requiring specific items to save, which can lead to a punishing experience.
  • Some gameplay mechanics, such as the map system and puzzle designs, are rudimentary and can detract from the overall experience.

  • graphics

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    43% positive mentions, 14% neutral mentions, 43% negative mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed feedback; while many appreciate the good visuals and immersive atmosphere, initial performance issues have been reported, particularly on the Steam Deck. Although some fixes have been implemented, players still encounter limitations such as preset screen resolutions and a lack of graphics controls, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “Good graphics, smooth gameplay, and an off-the-chain awesome ancient pyramid atmosphere.”
    • “The graphics are now controllable and not overloading the CPU or GPU.”
    • “He was also kind enough to let me know that he added some fixes for the graphics that I had mentioned in a previous review.”
    • “The game doesn't seem to run that well on Steam Deck even with graphics on low, hence a gameplay on PC was needed.”
    • “But after getting the game running, I noticed that no matter what I did, the screen resolution was stuck in a preset, the frame rate was through the roof at 600 fps, and there is no VSync or graphics controls.”
    • “Until the graphics issues are addressed, this game is not blockhead approved!”

  • gameplay

    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    33% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 17% negative mentions

    The gameplay features a diverse blend of survival horror and puzzles, offering surprising elements within its loop. However, performance issues on the Steam Deck necessitate playing on PC for a smoother experience.

    • “Gameplay is varied, with a mix of survival horror and puzzles.”
    • “You'll be surprised by the gameplay loop and the horror it contains.”
    • “The game doesn't seem to run that well on Steam Deck even with graphics on low, hence a gameplay on PC was needed.”

  • music

    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Users express disappointment with the music aspect of the game, particularly regarding the soundtrack DLC, which did not meet their expectations. Despite enthusiasm for the music, technical issues have left some players feeling let down, with developers attributing the problems to user-side factors.

    • “I've purchased its soundtrack DLC and was extremely keen on trying it out, but I felt let down. The developers told me that there is nothing more they could do because it must be something on my end.”
    • “The music in the game is repetitive and lacks variety, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “I expected a dynamic soundtrack, but the music feels flat and uninspired, which really detracts from the overall experience.”

  • stability

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game's stability is notably poor, with frequent glitches occurring during gameplay and cut scenes, leading to a frustrating experience for players. Despite some moments of smooth performance, issues persist as of the latest reviews.

    • “When it does run, it glitches like hell, especially during cut scenes and while running.”
    • “There are still some glitches at the time of writing.”

  • story

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The user emphasizes their genuine opinion about the story, suggesting it is compelling enough to warrant a strong review, despite concerns about being perceived as biased.

  • atmosphere

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The atmosphere is highly praised for its impressive graphics and smooth gameplay, creating an immersive experience that evokes the grandeur of an ancient pyramid setting.

    • “The graphics are stunning, the gameplay is smooth, and the atmosphere of the ancient pyramid is absolutely incredible.”

  • optimization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Initial graphics and performance issues have been largely resolved, leading to a smoother overall experience for players.

    • “Graphics and performance were a little rough at first, but that seems to have all been smoothed out now.”
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Shadows of Duat is a survival shooter game with horror and violence themes. Common tags for Shadows of Duat include indie, atmospheric, third person, story rich, old school and others.

Shadows of Duat is available on PC and Windows.

Shadows of Duat was released on October 12, 2023.

Shadows of Duat was developed by Víctor Guede.

Shadows of Duat has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked Shadows of Duat for its gameplay but disliked it for its graphics.

Shadows of Duat is a single player game.

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